Insulated solar standing-seam roof system
Metl-Span has introduced CFR Insul-Solar, a comprehensive insulated solar standingseam roof system. The system utilizes a thin-film solar laminate fused to the surface of the roofing panel substrate. The panel/laminate bond has been proven to withstand winds of 160 mph. The flexibility and durability of the Insul-Solar laminate makes it ideal for metal roofs where expansion and contraction are considerations.
Smooth and sanitary cage mesh
Direct Metals Co. LLC added Cage Mesh to their wire mesh product line. It provides a consistent and uniform mesh count to fabricate dimensionally correct cages. The consistent wire spacing combined with heavy duty galvanized and PVC coatings is perfect for flight enclosures, aviaries, chicken wire, fresh water and saltwater traps, small and large animal exhibits or any kind of fencing application. Direct Metals has a special process to both hot dip galvanize and PVC coat wire mesh which creates a smooth rust resistant surface. This smooth surface helps to prevent snagging and cutting, is easier to clean and results in a more sanitary environment.
Low-maintenance double hung windows
Kolbe’s Majesta double hung windows can be specified as low-maintenance aluminum-clad windows. The extruded aluminum can be painted in a broad palette of colors, or finished in durable anodize with up to a 30-year warranty to meet AAMA 2605-05 specifications. All Majesta double hung units are custom-made and the balances are matched to the size and weight of the sash. Stile and rail dimensions are proportional in size. Enhancing the traditional look, several types of divided lites are available, as are matching single hungs, radius and cottage style units.
Next generation software
Informatix Software International introduces the next generation of its flagship 3-D CAD and Visualisation BIM software, MicroGDS 2010. MicroGDS 2010 continues its highly productive interoperability with Microsoft Application Software and Infrastructure technologies. The new MicroGDS 2010 release emphasises Informatix’s green credentials. It offers a double-edged benefit to customers and the environment alike, as it is uniquely available as a Thin Client Solution, with power usage and hardware cost savings that can really make a difference. Even when implemented conventionally its low resource demands mean that it will happily and efficiently run on older hardware/operating system platform combinations.